Colombia’s Birth Rate Ticks Up, but Remains at Historic Lows
Colombia recorded a slight increase in births during the first seven months of 2026, breaking temporarily with the downward trend of recent years. Between January and July, 253,175 children were born in the country, 3,776 more than during the same period in 2025, representing a 1.5% increase, according to preliminary Vital Statistics figures from the […]
Colombia saw a 1.5% increase in births during the first seven months of 2026, with 253,175 children born, compared to 249,399 in the same period the previous year. However, despite the uptick, the country's birth rate remains at historic lows. The fertility rate, which measures the average number of children born per woman, also remains low, at 1.0 in 2025, the lowest level in DANE's statistical series.
This decline in fertility has affected various age groups, with women aged 20-24 and adolescents aged 15-19 experiencing the sharpest reductions. The trend varies across regions, with some areas recording higher total fertility rates than the national average. While the recent increase in births is notable, it does not signify a significant shift in Colombia's declining demographic trend. The full extent of the demographic shift will be apparent only with more time to analyze the data.
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